{"id":1981,"date":"2026-01-02T09:47:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-02T09:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sarkarhospital.in\/?page_id=1981"},"modified":"2026-01-02T11:42:45","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T11:42:45","slug":"upper-gi-endoscopy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sarkarhospital.in\/?page_id=1981","title":{"rendered":"UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY (EGD)<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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What is an Upper GI Endoscopy?<\/strong><\/h3>

An Upper GI Endoscopy<\/strong>, also known as EGD (Esophagogastroduodenoscopy)<\/strong>, is a medical procedure used to diagnose and treat problems of the upper gastrointestinal tract<\/strong>.<\/p>

The upper GI tract<\/strong> includes:<\/p>

  • Esophagus<\/strong> (food pipe)<\/p><\/li>

  • Stomach<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

  • Duodenum<\/strong> (first part of the small intestine)<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

    At Sarkar Hospital, Agra<\/strong>, this procedure is performed using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope<\/strong>, which has a tiny camera and light at its tip. The endoscope is gently passed through the mouth to view the digestive tract on a monitor in real time.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Why is an Upper GI Endoscopy Done?<\/strong><\/h3>

    An upper GI endoscopy helps doctors identify the cause of digestive symptoms<\/strong> and treat conditions without the need for surgery.<\/p>

    Common Symptoms Evaluated:<\/h4>

    • Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)<\/p><\/li>

    • Persistent upper abdominal or chest pain (non-cardiac)<\/p><\/li>

    • Unexplained weight loss<\/p><\/li>

    • Continuous or unexplained vomiting<\/p><\/li>

    • Bleeding from the upper digestive tract<\/p><\/li>

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      Conditions Diagnosed with Upper GI Endoscopy:<\/strong><\/h3>

      • GERD (acid reflux disease)<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

      • Stomach or duodenal ulcers<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

      • Inflammation<\/strong> of the esophagus or stomach<\/p><\/li>

      • Strictures<\/strong> (narrowed areas)<\/p><\/li>

      • Esophageal varices<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

      • Tumors or polyps<\/strong> (benign or malignant)<\/p><\/li>

      • Hiatal hernia<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

      • Celiac disease<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

      • Crohn\u2019s disease<\/strong> (upper GI involvement)<\/p><\/li>

      • Infections of the upper GI tract<\/p><\/li>

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        Therapeutic Uses of Upper GI Endoscopy<\/strong><\/h4>

        In addition to diagnosis, upper GI endoscopy at Sarkar Hospital<\/strong> can be used to:<\/p>

        • Control internal bleeding<\/p><\/li>

        • Remove polyps or tumors<\/p><\/li>

        • Dilate (open) narrowed areas<\/p><\/li>

        • Remove stuck food or foreign objects<\/p><\/li>

        • Perform laser or endoscopic procedures<\/p><\/li>

        • Band esophageal varices<\/p><\/li>

        • Take biopsy samples<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

        • Insert feeding tubes (PEG tube)<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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          How to Prepare for an Upper GI Endoscopy<\/strong><\/h4>

          Your doctor will guide you, but general instructions include:<\/p>

          • Do not eat or drink for at least 8 hours<\/strong> before the procedure<\/p><\/li>

          • Inform your doctor if you:<\/p>

            • Are pregnant<\/p><\/li>

            • Have bleeding disorders<\/p><\/li>

            • Take blood-thinning medicines (aspirin, warfarin, etc.)<\/p><\/li>

            • Have allergies to medicines or anesthesia<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li>

            • You may be advised to stop certain medicines temporarily<\/p><\/li>

            • You will be given a sedative<\/strong>, so arrange someone to take you home<\/strong><\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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              What Happens During the Procedure?<\/strong><\/h4>

              The procedure is usually done as a day-care (outpatient) procedure<\/strong>.<\/p>

              During the Endoscopy:<\/h5>

              1. You will be given a hospital gown<\/p><\/li>

              2. An IV line is placed for sedative medication<\/p><\/li>

              3. Vital signs are continuously monitored<\/p><\/li>

              4. Your throat is numbed with a spray to reduce gagging<\/p><\/li>

              5. You lie on your left side<\/p><\/li>

              6. A mouth guard is placed for safety<\/p><\/li>

              7. The endoscope is gently passed through the mouth<\/p><\/li>

              8. Images are displayed on a monitor<\/p><\/li>

              9. Biopsy or treatment is done if required<\/p><\/li>

              10. The scope is removed once the procedure is complete<\/p><\/li><\/ol>

                \u23f1 The procedure usually takes 15\u201330 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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                What Happens After the Procedure?<\/strong><\/h4>

                • You\u2019ll be observed in a recovery area until fully awake<\/p><\/li>

                • You may experience:<\/p>

                  • Mild sore throat<\/p><\/li>

                  • Bloating or gas<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li>

                  • You can eat and drink once your gag reflex returns<\/p><\/li>

                  • Normal activities can usually be resumed the same day<\/p><\/li>

                  • Someone must drive you home due to sedation<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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